Misericordia University

Misericordia University is a Catholic university in northeast Pennsylvania, founded by the Sisters of Mercy, that provides caring, motivated students with a challenging education.

We believe in providing personal attention, support, and opportunities that enable our students to experience success. Service to others is woven throughout all that we do and is a passion for everyone associated with our university.
Misericordia University provides a quality education through the tenets of mercy, service, justice and hospitality—charisms set forth by the school's founders. The university has been guided by these principles for more than 90 years.

Misericordia University is committed to providing the best scholarly and educational environment possible to students while they are enrolled, as well as preparing them for life after graduation. Graduates not only receive a diploma, but can participate in the school's Guaranteed Placement Program (GPP) assurance as well. The Guaranteed Placement Program is a promise that, within six months of graduation, students will have a position in the career of their choice or be enrolled in graduate school, or the university will provide a paid internship in the student's field of study.

The faculty and staff work tirelessly to provide the best learning environment, teaching students in the classroom and leading them into the wider community through internships, volunteerism and community-based engagement. Our 37 academic majors include many in the liberal arts and sciences, business and education fields, as well as health care. While many of our students are undergraduates, we offer a range of master's and doctoral degrees in both full- and part-time formats.

Over 90 percent of Misericordia undergraduates find employment or enter a graduate studies program within six months of graduation, demonstrating the value of a Misericordia degree. Misericordia University, a Catholic liberal arts institution established in the tradition of the Sisters of Mercy, fosters intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and respect for persons in an environment where all are welcome.

As a community, we are committed to integrity and the values of the Sisters of Mercy as the foundation of university life. Misericordia University will be your educational partner with the promise of helping you "learn to succeed." As a student, you will be expected to apply yourself to your studies and work hard. Our commitment will be to provide you with an expert and dedicated faculty, knowledgeable professional staff, and a supportive learning environment to help you achieve your goals. You will be challenged academically, prepared for a successful career in your profession, and have a desire to lead others and serve the world.

Service-learning is a structured learning experience that provides students with the opportunity to meet academic objectives through provision of community service. Students work with community partners to develop and implement projects to meet the needs of the organization, develop their own skills and learning, and reflect on the value of the experience from a community and interpersonal perspective.

Misericordia University has been committed to giving back to our local friends and neighbors since its inception in 1924. Strongly connected to our four charisms of Mercy, Service, Justice and Hospitality, service-learning is a catalyst that fosters lifelong civic engagement and development of ethical values, with the hoped for outcome of building stronger communities. Service-learning provides real value to the community while simultaneously providing a vehicle for our students to develop their academic knowledge, 21st century skills, and a broader sense of social responsibility and community awareness.

Through strong community partnerships, dedicated staff and faculty, and the hard work and enthusiasm of our students, Misericordia service-learning has made a lasting impact on our local community and beyond.

The Study Abroad-Away Office is responsible for delivering international and intercultural study, research, and service abroad opportunities for students at Misericordia University. The programs are designed and developed so that students have the opportunity to explore, grow, and shape their experiences not only as Misericordia students but as citizens of the world, demonstrating the charisms of mercy, service, justice, and hospitality in the increasingly global environment in which they live.

Students and faculty interested in becoming involved in study, research, or service abroad are highly encouraged to do so through this series of well-planned opportunities. These programs vary in duration, but all provide important intercultural experiences that prepare students for future success.

Misericordia University is where caring, motivated students receive the attention they deserve, the high quality education they seek, and the opportunities they need to be successful.

Whether you are pursuing your first degree as a traditional student, interested in transferring from a 2-year or another 4-year institution, or returning to college for an advanced degree as an adult learner, Misericordia University offers a host of options in a highly personal environment. You'll be engaged and have access to university quality resources whether on campus or online.

The purpose of the Internship Program at Misericordia University is to facilitate student learning opportunities outside the classroom. Internships offer experience-based learning that enhance students' academic and career goals. These experiences serve to provide the opportunity to apply classroom theory to "real world" situations.